Bridge to Terabithia
By Katherine Paterson
Jess Aarons and neighbor Leslie Burke create an imaginary forest kingdom called Terabithia to escape their troubled lives at home and school.
Worksheets
Jess and Leslie deepen their friendship through Terabithia, defend May Belle from Janice Avery with a prank, and exchange meaningful Christmas gifts that strengthen their bond.
Jess dreams of being the fastest runner at school, finds comfort only in his art teacher Miss Edmunds, and meets his strange new neighbor Leslie.
Class 1
Class 2
As the rains swell the creek, Jess struggles with fear while Leslie remains fearless, but tragedy strikes when Leslie dies while trying to cross into Terabithia.
Class 3
Devastated by Leslie’s death, Jess grieves, gains support from Mrs. Myers, and ultimately honors Leslie’s memory by building a bridge and inviting May Belle into Terabithia.